1949 Allard J1 vs. 2002 Opel Omega
To start off, 2002 Opel Omega is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Allard J1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Allard J1 would be higher. At 3,917 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Allard J1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Omega (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Allard J1. (100 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1949 Allard J1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Omega weights approximately 593 kg more than 1949 Allard J1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Allard J1 (306 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Omega. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1949 Allard J1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Allard J1 | 2002 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Allard | Opel |
| Model | J1 | Omega |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3917 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
